Our Sustainable Social Development Strategy through 2030 aims to:
ensure supply chain transparency in terms of social criteria
contribute to the well‑being of society at large nationally and internationally
CHRB B.1.4.b, B.1.7
MMC Norilsk Nickel’s Supplier Code of Conduct sets out Nornickel’s human rights requirements for suppliers:
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Prevent human rightsviolations in their activitiesand supply chains
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Implement processes toremedy adverse impacts onhuman rights arising from orthrough their activities
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Have robust and adequatepolicies in place thatdemonstrate theircommitment to human rightsand govern human rightsdue diligence
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Provide training to eliminateserious human rightsviolations arising from theiractivities or relating to localcommunities
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Implement an effectivegrievance mechanism forstakeholders to reporthuman rights violations on aconfidential and, ifnecessary, anonymous basis
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Ensure that the daily workingtime foremployeesagedunder 18yearsdoes notexceed the statutory limits
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Provide theiremployeeswithsafe and sound equipmentaccess to water and all otheramenities as required bylocal laws
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Prohibit all physical, verbal orsexual abuse, or threatsthereof, or any other typesof harassment
Nornickel expects its suppliers to comply with the sustainable development principles in addition to a responsible approach to human rights. The Company’s requirements are laid down in its Supplier Code of Conduct and form part of agreements with suppliers, including:
ban on forced or child labour or discrimination;
safe working conditions;
freedom of association and collective bargaining.
The Company closely cooperates with suppliers to raise their awareness and willingness to due diligence. Nornickel provides responsible supply chain training and advice along with information materials.
UNGPs RF A2.3
Suppliers were also notified of the opportunity to report to Nornickel’s Corporate Trust Line which is the Company’s principal grievance mechanism (the Remedies and Grievance Mechanisms section).